Security Specialist

Target Security Specialist

Starting hourly rate: $17.50 per hour. Pay range: $17.50 – $26.25 per hour.

As part of our collaborative and guest‑obsessed team, you help create an experience that makes guests say, “I love Target!” You work alongside an enthusiastic, dedicated team to deliver a destination shopping experience by providing a safe, secure environment and mitigating shortage risks to drive sales.

All About Assets Protection

AP teams establish a safe environment for team members and guests, meeting financial goals for shortage and profitability. They lead a physical security culture, respond to crisis events, investigate theft, and educate members on operational shortage priorities.

• Support sales by welcoming and engaging guests and team members at the front of store and on the sales floor; help guests find products in‑store and online.
• Lead a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe standards throughout the store, including the external property.
• Respond to and accurately document security incidents.
• Use escalation tools for guest issues to maintain a safe environment.
• Conduct merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, following AP policies and leadership guidance.
• Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing receipt checks for high‑value merchandise.
• Submit documentation for all incidents following AP policy and procedures.
• Use the video surveillance system appropriately.
• Train team members in merchandise protection and audit execution.
• Teach and train team members on operational shortage focus areas as directed by AP leadership.
• Execute shortage action plans set by AP leadership to minimize shortage in focus areas.
• Model safe work practices and maintain a clean store for guests and team members.
• Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Perform other duties as required by business needs.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Effective communication skills.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Climbing ladders, apprehending subjects, and moving merchandise up to 40 pounds.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays with regular attendance required.

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In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.acc Non‑accommodation‑related requests, such as application follow‑ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part‑time

Job function: Security